I grew up in Galloway (South-West Scotland) surrounded by peaceful woodland, rugged moorland and beautiful coastline. I graduated from Edinburgh University with an M.A.(Hons) in Fine Art in 1999. A very successful degree show inspired me to commit myself to painting. I primarily paint from a studio in my house.
My inspiration is derived from the magnificent Scottish landscape, particularly the west coast. The recurring themes in my work reflect the dramatic effects of weather on the mountains and shorelines, trees and of course my favourite place, Edinburgh.
The changing light and atmospheric effects have provided endless ideas and I seek to capture something of that. My palette is strongly coloured with a wide tonal range, principally in oils. The physical act of painting is important to me with paint surface a prominent element as I strive for simplicity of form and overall unity. The paintings I have recently completed attempt to envelop the viewer in the prevailing atmosphere.
Autumn at Balquidder - £450
42cm by 42cm
Winter Skies, Laig Bay - £495
52cm by 52cm
Moody Torridon - £495
43cm by 43cm
Isolation - £595
80cm by 30cm
Loch Reflections - £995
103cm by 43cm
The gallery is a member of the Own Art scheme, which enables customers to purchase artwork in 10 instalments at 0% interest through the Own Art scheme finance arrangement.
